INDEPENDENT LIVING FOR WOMEN 55+   ·   UPPER MARLBORO, MARYLAND

ABOUT SUNRISING

A home with heart.
A purpose that matters.

Owner-run independent living, built on dignity, stability and a belief that every woman deserves to feel at home.

Small enough to know you.
Committed enough to care.

Our mission is to provide a safe, dignified and professionally managed home that helps older women maintain their independence and quality of life, with special attention to veterans.

Sunrising is owned and operated by Mary and Ijeoma Duru, with experience in residential services, bookkeeping, team management and work with veterans and seniors.

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Mary Duru

Co-owner & residence manager. On site daily.

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Ijeoma Duru

Co-owner, Sunrising Residences LLC.

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FOR THE WOMEN WHO SERVED

Your service matters.
So does your next chapter.

Our mission gives special attention to the housing and resource needs of women veterans.

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01 / Priority consideration

Veterans receive priority when rooms become available.

02 / Connections to resources

Guidance navigating VA benefits, veteran organizations and employment resources.

03 / Support beyond the doorstep

Help arranging VA or third-party rides to appointments and connecting with community activities.

WHAT GUIDES US

Values you can feel, every day.

Dignity

Respect for the capable, independent woman you are.

Independence

Your schedule, your choices and your daily life.

Safety

Clear procedures and a carefully managed home.

Compassion

People who notice, listen and care.

Integrity

Honest conversations, clear pricing and accountability.

Community

Meaningful connections inside and outside the home.

For referral partners

We welcome conversations with social workers, case managers, veteran organizations, hospital discharge planners, senior centers, churches and nonprofits.

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Sunrising Residences is privately owned and is not affiliated with, endorsed by or funded by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Mental-health and recovery services are accessed through outside providers, not delivered by Sunrising.

YOUR NEXT CHAPTER

Come for a visit.
Feel the possibility.

Meet the people. Explore the home. Ask every question.

Schedule a personal tour